Hurricane warnings and storm surge warnings have been issued along the Gulf Coast of Florida.

Tropical storm warnings and watches are posted along the Southeast coast as far north as the Outer Banks.

Heavy rain and strong winds will spread inland across parts of the Southeast after landfall.

Hurricane Michael has intensified to what the National Hurricane Center calls an "extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane." The NHC said Michael could strengthen further before making landfall in the Florida Panhandle or Big Bend region on Wednesday. The storm will cause life-threatening storm surge, drop heavy rain and is packing destructive 130 mph winds.

For the latest on this historic hurricane, check out our latest forecast article here.

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